News & Media
The coordinator of media relations is the primary point of contact with news media throughout the six-county Diocese of Youngstown. Parishes and schools that receive media inquiries are also asked to consult with the Department of Communications. Please contact Dennis Biviano, Public Relations and Media Specialist, at dbiviano@youngstowndiocese.org or (330) 744-8451 x320.
The Catholic Echo is the official media group of the Diocese of Youngstown.
What's Happening Now
National Marriage WeekYearly
All Parishes
See website for a parish near you
Cemeteries Lunch & Learn: Give the Gift of Faith & Love
Resurrection Cemetery Chapel (Austintown)
300 N Raccoon Rd, Youngstown, OH 44515
Grief Support Invitation: FRIENDS IN THE UPPER ROOM
All Diocesan Catholic Cemeteries
Locations in Austintown, Youngstown, Cortland & Massillon
Monthly Cemetery MassRepeating Event
All Diocesan Catholic Cemeteries
Locations in Austintown, Youngstown, Cortland & Massillon
Webinar: Catholic Social Media Platform
Online Meeting - Register for Link
White Mass for World Day of the Sick
St. Columba Cathedral
154 West Wood Street Youngstown, OH 44503
Online Course Begins | From Christendom to Apostolic Mission
Online Course
Cathedral Organ Concert Series: Jason Volovar
St. Columba Cathedral
154 West Wood Street Youngstown, OH 44503
Save the Date
Pick Up Your CRS Rice Bowl for Lent
All Parishes
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ENCOUNTER 2026
Walsh University
2020 E Maple St, North Canton, OH 44720
Deadline for 2025 Tax Return Reduction with Donation to Good Samaritan Scholarship
All Catholic Schools
Eagle of the Cross Award Ceremony
Basilica of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel - St. Anthony of Padua Parish
Ministry Day 2026
St Thomas Aquinas Middle & High School
2121 Reno Dr., Louisville, OH 44641

“The Answer: The Musical” Coming to Saint Columba Cathedral March 6-7
The Answer is a rock-opera that tells the story of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus

Bishop Bonnar to Celebrate Annual White Mass on February 11 at Saint Columba Cathedral
The Mass celebrates those in healthcare, mental health and healing professions

Guidance on Sunday Mass this weekend
There is no obligation to attend Holy Mass if weather and/or road conditions are unsafe. Sunday remains the Lord’s day and the diocese provides resources for the faithful to pray in spiritual communion.

Decree | January 17, 2026
Bishop David J. Bonnar issues a decree regarding the closure of Saint Philip Neri Parish

Clergy Official | December 18, 2025
Bishop David J. Bonnar is announcing new Clergy and Personnel Assignments: Balash, Korda, Lavelle, Zuraw, Sheridan, Ziobert & Rose.

Clergy Official | December 14, 2025
Bishop David J. Bonnar is announcing new Clergy and Diocesan Pastoral Associate Assignments
COMMUNIQUÉ: Diocesan Office Announcements

Parish Directory Updates
Please note recent changes to merged parish web addresses, offices, and other directory updates.

The Light is On for You
On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, parishes throughout the Diocese of Youngstown will participate in the annual “The Light is ON for you – An Evening of Reconciliation.”

“The Answer: The Musical” Coming to Saint Columba Cathedral March 6-7
The Answer is a rock-opera that tells the story of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus
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Synod on Synodality
The Synod on Synodality is a multi-year process of listening and dialogue which began in October 2021 with solemn opening liturgies around the world. Reports from the diocesan phase of listening sessions contributed to the global synod meetings. All are encouraged to be part of this process.
The March of the Eucharist Continues
In 1951, the first Bishop of Youngstown, James McFadden, compiled a book titled The March of the Eucharist. Today, the bishops of the United States have called every diocese to join in a Eucharistic Revival. In the Diocese of Youngstown, we are looking to our early days with the theme The March of the Eucharist Continues.
Cause for Rhoda Wise’s Canonization
Canton native Rhoda Wise is being investigated for potential sainthood. The Diocese of Youngstown Tribunal has compiled testimony of her life of heroic virtue, which has been received by the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints. She is currently considered a Servant of God.
Bishop Bonnar’s third pastoral letter encourages greater devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Testify to the Light
Bishop Bonnar’s first pastoral letter invited us to acknowledge the darkness of the time, challenged us to reclaim the light of our sacramental life, and offered five priorities for our journey into the future together.
Practicing Faith, Hope, and Love
Bishop Bonnar’s second pastoral letter focused on living the virtues together in tough times. Faith, hope, and love are presented as the answer to our present moment, and the path through our challenges and grief.
All Saints Archives Center
Historical artifacts, documents, and artwork are lovingly preserved by our Diocesan Archives to tell our story of Catholic faith in the Diocese of Youngstown. The former site of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Church in Youngstown will soon house these collections.

















